1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 737 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Abarth 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Honda Civic (119 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 750 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 50 L |
